hyper
word
Definition
Feeling or acting extremely energetic, excited, or restless; often used to describe someone who cannot sit still or is overly active.
Usage & Nuances
'Hyper' is informal and often used to describe children or pets with too much energy. It's short for 'hyperactive,' but can mean just very excited. Common in spoken language and with exclamations: 'He's so hyper today!' Not typically used in formal writing.
Example Sentences
My little brother is so hyper after eating candy.
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The dog gets hyper when someone rings the doorbell.
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She was too hyper to sit still in class.
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After that coffee, I'm feeling totally hyper right now!
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The kids were so hyper at the birthday party, it was hard to calm them down.
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Don't give him soda, or he'll get all hyper again.
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